Kingston Township, PA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Kingston Township Police Department serves the city of Kingston Township, PA in Luzerne County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 77 violent crimes and 101 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 56.2 per 100k residents, which is 47.1% below the national average. Property crime averages 28.1 per 100k, 82.8% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Property Crime had the lowest rate. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate56.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents77 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate14.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents19 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate28.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents101 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate28.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents89 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 56.2 | A | 77 | 106.2 | -47.1% |
| Property Crime | 28.1 | A | 101 | 163.6 | -82.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 14.0 | A | 19 | 22.3 | -36.9% |
| Larceny | 28.1 | A | 89 | 116.4 | -75.9% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas | 2 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 37.2 | Violent: N/A Property: 32.4% higher |
| Courtdale | 3 miles | F 286.9 | B 143.5 | Violent: 410.9% higher Property: 410.9% higher |
| Swoyersville | 4 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 59.7 | Violent: N/A Property: 112.6% higher |
| Wilkes-Barre | 4 miles | D 160.4 | A 83.6 | Violent: 185.6% higher Property: 197.6% higher |
| Forty Fort | 4 miles | A 23.6 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 57.9% lower Property: N/A |